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Shoe Lift to Relieve Back Pain

I am an orthotist that treats for scoliosis. About one quarter of the people with scoliosis also have a leg length discrepancy. The patient will usually have pain in their back where the dimple is to the side of the spine. A lot of people get relief simply by putting a small lift inside their shoe to level them out - incredible. Your foot really is attached to your leg and your leg to your body.

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By Beckie from Tupelo, MS

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May 7, 20100 found this helpful

Where would one get a shoe lift and do you have to have a prescription from a doctor?

 
May 7, 20100 found this helpful

Are you referring to a simple Scholl's insert or something different? If different, where do you get a shoe lift ... in/near Austin, TX.

 
May 7, 20100 found this helpful

You Go Girl! Glad to hear you are helping people.

 
May 8, 20100 found this helpful

Thanks for the great information; I have been suffering from that pain for 20 year now. How do you know what leg is longer and what size of lift to use?

 
May 10, 20100 found this helpful

Lay patient down on back-pull legs and back out straight. Measure from navel to inside of each ankle joint (Mark each ankle joint right below the protrusion before you measure). 1/4 inch can make a huge difference. Also-if you look into mirror-you will also notice a shoulder drop (on the side of the leg shortage)-women will notice their purses fall off that side of shoulder.

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We (Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics) sell Adjust-A-Lifts for $15 and you do not have to have perscription. Most drug store also carry something simular. Hope this helps.

 

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